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Zac Wassink

Zac Wassink is a longtime sports news writer and PFWA member who began his career in 2006 and has had his work featured on Yardbarker, MSN, Yahoo Sports and Bleacher Report. He is also a football and futbol aficionado who is probably yelling about Tottenham Hotspur at the moment and who chanted for Matt Harvey to start the ninth inning of Game 5 of the 2015 World Series at Citi Field. You can find him on X at @ZacWassink

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Mets manager supplies update on ace Justin Verlander

The recovery of New York Mets co-ace Justin Verlander continues to be a slow and steady process heading into the second half of April.

Cardinals HC shares hope for Kyler Murray following ACL surgery

Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon has suggested nobody should read too much into quarterback Kyler Murray working out at this stage of his recovery from knee surgery.

Packers OT suggests Green Bay could still keep Aaron Rodgers from Jets

Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari believes his employer could hold onto quarterback Aaron Rodgers if the New York Jets don't meet the

Chris Simms: Patriots' Mac Jones influenced by Bailey Zappe this offseason

NFL analyst Chris Simms has offered yet another interesting take regarding Patriots quarterbacks Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe. 

Texans HC addresses starting rookie QB over veteran

New Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans sounds ready to let a rookie win the starting quarterback job later this year. 

Report: Patriots players 'not happy' over Mac Jones trade rumors

It appears Mac Jones still has at least a few friends inside the New England Patriots locker room amid reports that head coach Bill Belichick "shopped" the quarterback this offseason. 

Yankees’ Aaron Judge blasts MLB 'top 10' lists

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge isn't much of a fan of MLB top 10 lists that were released ahead of the ongoing season.

Giants' Darin Ruf discusses difficulty of playing in New York

Veteran designated hitter and utility man Darin Ruf has offered some interesting comments about his brief and forgettable stint with the New York Mets.

Packers president indicates Jordan Love is starting QB over Aaron Rodgers

Green Bay Packers president and chief executive officer Mark Murphy has once again indicated 2020 first-round draft pick Jordan Love will be the team's starting quarterback and that Aaron Rodgers will eventually join the New York Jets. 

Mets' Max Scherzer admits to 'struggling' with pitch clock

New York Mets co-ace Max Scherzer isn't hiding the fact that he still hasn't quite adjusted to the new pitch clock embraced by MLB this year.

Yankees' Aaron Judge bonding with Anthony Volpe over 'FIFA 23'

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge has been a big fan of Anthony Volpe since at least spring training and recently presented the rookie shortstop with a special gift.

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa 'working on strength' after injury-plagued season

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is doing whatever he can this offseason to attempt to avoid the type of injury issues that impacted him throughout the 2022-23 campaign. 

Former Giants QB knows ownership is high on HC Brian Daboll

Former New York Giants backup quarterback and current NFL Network personality David Carr got more than just a chuckle out of a comment team co-owner John Mara made about head coach Brian Daboll.

Watch: Chiefs' Travis Kelce throws terrible first pitch at Guardians game

Kansas City Chiefs tight end and Cleveland Heights alum Travis Kelce went viral Friday afternoon for the type of spike he'd probably prefer to forget. 

Former Patriots assistant addresses Bill Belichick, Mac Jones rumors

Former New England Patriots assistant to the coaching staff Michael Lombardi is reacting to a rumor that head coach Bill Belichick "shopped" quarterback Mac Jones.

Insider hints Ravens could draft Lamar Jackson replacement

There's yet another indication that some within the Baltimore Ravens are at least thinking about acquiring a potential replacement for star quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Dana White not buying crossover potential of UFC and WWE

Even with a reported merger expected, UFC president Dana White sees little crossover potential with the WWE.

Mets owner Steve Cohen blasts 'entitled' people amid slow start

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen made it known before Friday's home opener against the Miami Marlins he wasn't thrilled with reactions to his club's 3-4 start to the season. 

Insider proposes 49ers-Patriots trade involving Trey Lance, Mac Jones

NFL insider Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk believes he has a solution that could benefit the San Francisco 49ers and New England Patriots.

Mets broadcaster struggling to adapt to pitch clock

It turns out older pitchers aren't the only individuals with the New York Mets still working to adapt to the new MLB pitch clock.

Insider debunks 49ers-Aaron Rodgers theory amid Jets uncertainty

Green Bay Packers beat writer Matt Schneidman of The Athletic isn't sold that the San Francisco 49ers will swoop in and steal quarterback Aaron Rodgers from the New York Jets.

Pitch clock may have Mets' older pitchers rattled

At least one National League scout believes some New York Mets starting pitchers are struggling to adapt to the new pitch clock in regular-season action due to their ages.

Former NFL GM predicts where Ravens' Lamar Jackson will play in 2023

Former New Orleans Saints and Miami Dolphins general manager Randy Mueller speaks out on who he think Lamar Jackson will play for this coming season. 

Mets' Francisco Lindor still a fan of new rules

Lindor was excited to see the shift disappear, and he hopes it highlights his defensive prowess and puts him back on the Gold Glove radar.

Hall of Famer: Mac Jones should demand trade from Patriots

Pro Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe thinks quarterback Mac Jones should take his future into his own hands and request a trade from the New England Patriots this spring.